Direct Support Professional

Sevita • Lakeland, FL

2d

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional at Sevita, you will help people grow, learn, and live well while building meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve. You will support participants in pursuing developmental goals, taking part in their community, and enjoying their favorite activities. The role includes assisting with personal hygiene and supporting people who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Sevita describes this as rewarding work in which employees are trusted to take initiative and do what is right for participants. The company offers a stable role, support from supervisors, and tools and training for career development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Communication, adaptability, multitasking, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible behavior.
• Valid driver's license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help participants grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop meaningful relationships with the individuals served.
• Help participants take part in the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Support participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Assist participants with personal hygiene.
• Support individuals with behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Benefits

• Pay on Demand.
• Full benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Support from supervisors who care about participants and employee wellbeing.
• Job security at an established, growing company.
• Learning and development tools and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED